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As an Actuarial Analyst - Pricing at Argo Group, you will support the actuarial pricing strategy, working closely with underwriting, claims, and finance professionals to optimize portfolio performance through data analysis and predictive modeling.

To qualify for the Actuarial Analyst - Pricing position at Argo Group, you need a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, or a finance-related field, along with 2+ years of actuarial experience and progress towards ACAS certification.

The Actuarial Analyst - Pricing position at Argo Group requires proficiency in at least one coding language such as SQL, R, or Python, which will be utilized for data manipulation and predictive modeling tasks.

In your role as an Actuarial Analyst - Pricing at Argo Group, you’ll take on projects involving data analysis, portfolio optimization recommendations, loss ratio planning, and creation of automated actuarial reports, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Argo Group is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees, offering continuous learning opportunities through Argo Academy, along with support for pursuing professional designations and internal career mobility for the Actuarial Analyst - Pricing position.

At Argo Group, you can expect a supportive workplace culture that values respect, equality, and wellness, providing a flexible environment that encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work and participate in ongoing dialogue and collaboration.

While the Actuarial Analyst - Pricing position at Argo Group is primarily based in Chicago, the organization has flexible workplace policies that may include remote or hybrid work options, depending on team needs and personal circumstances.

When answering this question, highlight specific predictive modeling techniques you've used, discuss any relevant projects, and explain the impact your modeling had on business decisions or portfolio performance.

In your response, outline your methodology for analyzing data, including tools you prefer (R, Python, SQL), and provide an example of how your analysis led to actionable insights in a previous role.

Discuss your strategies for prioritization and time management, including how you communicate with team members about project timelines and expectations to ensure deadlines are met.

Here, you could detail your quality control processes, such as peer reviewing your work, utilizing software tools to double-check calculations, and your approach to documenting your processes for transparency.

Share an example of how you've successfully communicated difficult concepts in the past. Focus on using clear language, visual aids, and analogies to ensure understanding among diverse audiences.

Reflect on your passion for analytics, your interest in insurance, and how Argo Group's values align with your personal and professional goals to showcase your enthusiasm for the role.

Provide a specific example that highlights your teamwork skills, your role in the project, and how collaboration led to a successful outcome, particularly within an actuarial context.

Discuss any direct experience you have with rate filings, what specific tasks you've completed, and your understanding of regulatory requirements or challenges involved in the process.

Address your commitment to continuous learning through professional associations, online courses, webinars, or networking events, demonstrating your proactive approach to professional development.

Come prepared with thoughtful suggestions based on your research or observations regarding Argo Group’s practices, ensuring your recommendations align with the company's goals and values.